Instrument and Controls Technician - Turbine Operations

Crusoe is building the World’s Favorite AI-first Cloud infrastructure company. We’re pioneering vertically integrated,  purpose-built AI infrastructure solutions trusted by Fortune 500 companies to power their most advanced AI applications. Crusoe is redefining AI cloud infrastructure, with a mission to align the future of computing with the future of the climate. Our AI platform is recognized as the "gold standard" for reliability and performance. Our data centers are optimized for AI workloads and are powered by clean, renewable energy.

Be part of the AI revolution with sustainable technology at Crusoe. Here, you'll drive meaningful innovation, make a tangible impact, and join a team that’s setting the pace for responsible, transformative cloud infrastructure.

About This Role:

As an I&C Technician focused on Turbine Operations at Crusoe, you will be instrumental in ensuring the reliable and efficient operation of our turbine-powered data centers in Abilene, TX. This role is crucial to our mission of powering sustainable AI by leveraging stranded flare gas. You will directly impact our operational efficiency and environmental sustainability by maintaining and optimizing the performance of our gas turbines. This involves hands-on work with instrumentation and control systems, data analysis, troubleshooting, and collaboration with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate possesses a strong background in I&C technology, particularly within turbine operations, and is passionate about contributing to a sustainable future. This is a full-time position.

What You’ll Be Working On:

• Turbine Instrumentation & Control: Calibrate, troubleshoot, and maintain instrumentation and control systems associated with gas turbines, including sensors, transmitters, and actuators.

• Data Acquisition & Analysis: Monitor and analyze turbine performance data to identify potential issues, optimize operations, and contribute to continuous improvement.

• Preventative Maintenance: Perform routine inspections, maintenance, and repairs on turbine components to ensure optimal performance, reliability, and longevity.

• Troubleshooting & Diagnostics: Diagnose and troubleshoot malfunctions in turbine control systems, initiate corrective actions, and minimize downtime.

• Safety Adherence: Adhere to all safety protocols and procedures related to turbine operations and maintenance, ensuring a safe working environment.

• Collaboration: Work effectively with cross-functional teams, including operations, engineering, and maintenance personnel, to achieve shared goals.

What You’ll Bring to the Team:

• I&C Technician Experience: Proven experience as an I&C Technician with a strong emphasis on turbine operations, demonstrating practical application of skills and knowledge.

• Instrumentation & Control Systems Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of instrumentation and control systems, including PLC/DCS systems, enabling effective troubleshooting and maintenance.

• Turbine Performance Monitoring: Experience with turbine performance monitoring and data analysis, allowing for proactive identification of potential issues.

• Gas Turbine Principles: Strong understanding of gas turbine principles and operation, providing a solid foundation for effective maintenance and troubleshooting.

• Technical Documentation Interpretation: Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, schematics, and technical manuals, ensuring accurate and efficient work.

• Problem-Solving Skills: Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and troubleshooting skills, enabling effective resolution of technical challenges.

• Physical Requirements: Requires lifting, lowering, pushing, and pulling all sizes of merchandise up to 50 lbs. Requires the ability to stand, walk, stoop, & bend for 8 hours or more daily. Requires constant use of arms, hands, fingers, eyes, legs, and back.

• Safety and Compliance: This position is designated a safety-sensitive position and/or is located in a safety-sensitive facility. Drug and alcohol program participation is required.

Bonus Points:

• Specific Turbine Brand Experience: Experience with specific turbine brands (e.g., GE, Siemens, Solar Turbines) is advantageous.

• Vibration Analysis & Predictive Maintenance: Knowledge of vibration analysis and predictive maintenance techniques is a plus.

• Relevant Certifications: Relevant certifications (e.g., ISA certifications, gas turbine certifications) are desirable.

• Additional Years of Experience: Additional years of experience in a related field would be beneficial.

• Formal Technical Training: Completion of a formal technical training program related to I&C or turbine operations is a plus.

Benefits:

• Industry competitive pay

• Restricted Stock Units in a fast growing, well-funded technology company

• Health insurance package options that include HDHP and PPO, vision, and dental for you and your dependents

• Employer contributions to HSA accounts  

• Paid Parental Leave

• Paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability

• Teladoc

• 401(k) with a 100% match up to 4% of salary

• Generous paid time off and holiday schedule

• Cell phone reimbursement

• Tuition reimbursement

• Subscription to the Calm app  

• MetLife Legal

• Company paid commuter benefit; $50 per pay period  

Compensation:

Compensation will be paid in the range of $35 - $63/HR. Restricted Stock Units are included in all offers. Compensation to be determined by the applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Crusoe is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, citizenship, marital status, sex/gender, sexual preference/ orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, national origin, or any other status protected by law or regulation.